Meta confirmed to CNBC that an error on Instagram is causing some users’ Reels feeds to display violent and sexually explicit videos that would not normally be recommended by the platform’s algorithms. The company stated it is actively working to resolve the issue and apologized for the mistake.
“We are fixing an error that caused some users to see content in their Instagram Reels feed that should not have been recommended,” a Meta spokesperson said. “We apologize for the mistake.”
Users across various social media platforms have reported an unusual influx of graphic content in their Reels feeds. One Reddit user described their page as being inundated with videos depicting school shootings and murder, while others reported a continuous stream of content featuring stabbings, beheadings, castration, nudity, uncensored porn, and even rape. Some users noted that these videos continued to appear even after they had enabled Sensitive Content Control and selected “Not Interested” on violent or sexual content.
Normally, Instagram’s algorithms are designed to show users videos similar to the content they typically interact with. However, the current error appears to have bypassed these controls, surfacing graphic videos that contradict the platform’s policies. According to Meta’s guidelines, the company removes the most graphic content and adds warning labels to other sensitive material, and it does not permit real photographs and videos of nudity or sexual activity.
Meta did not disclose specific details about the nature of the error but acknowledged that some of the videos appearing in users’ feeds should not have been available on the platform in the first place. The company is working to rectify the issue and ensure that its content recommendations align with its established policies aimed at protecting users from disturbing material.
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Russia has warned of a potential "symmetrical response" to Ukrainian attacks on its energy facilities, as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate. The Russian Foreign Ministry's statement follows a recent explosion at a gas pumping station in a border area.
A new national forest stretching from the Cotswolds to the Mendips is set to be created, the UK government has announced. 20 million trees set to be planted across the West of England in the coming decades, creating at least 2,500 hectares of new woodland.
Hong Kong's iconic landmarks dimmed their lights on Saturday evening for Earth Hour, joining a global movement to raise awareness about climate change and promote energy conservation. The city's participation in the annual event highlighted the growing commitment to sustainability and environmental
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have announced plans to reposition their forces from the town of Walikale, which they seized earlier this week, in an effort to support broader initiatives aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
UNICEF on Saturday urged the interim Taliban-led administration in Afghanistan to lift the ban on girls' secondary education as the new school year begins without girls for a third consecutive year.
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams completed an unexpectedly long 286-day mission on the ISS, returning to Earth aboard a SpaceX capsule after delays caused by technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner.
In a groundbreaking study published in Cell on January 18, Chinese researchers have unveiled a novel cancer treatment that ingeniously disguises tumors as pig tissue, triggering the body’s immune system to mount a hyperacute rejection response against the cancer cells.
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated on Thursday that purchasing U.S. weapons does not pose a security risk for his country, but emphasized the need for Europe to reduce its reliance on American defense systems. His comments come amid growing discussions within Europe.
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed on Tuesday to a proposal by U.S. President Donald Trump that Russia and Ukraine cease attacking each other's energy infrastructure for 30 days, the Kremlin said following a lengthy phone discussion between the leaders.
On March 16, at around 09:45, Armenian armed forces opened fire on Azerbaijani positions located in the direction of the Digh settlement in the Goris region, using firearms, according to Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang forecasted a rapid arrival of humanoid robots in manufacturing, stating that widespread use in factory settings is likely within the next few years.
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In a sweeping regulatory move aimed at curbing misinformation and enhancing transparency, Chinese authorities have announced new rules requiring all AI-generated content to be clearly labeled.
Russia has warned of a potential "symmetrical response" to Ukrainian attacks on its energy facilities, as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate. The Russian Foreign Ministry's statement follows a recent explosion at a gas pumping station in a border area.
A new national forest stretching from the Cotswolds to the Mendips is set to be created, the UK government has announced. 20 million trees set to be planted across the West of England in the coming decades, creating at least 2,500 hectares of new woodland.
Hong Kong's iconic landmarks dimmed their lights on Saturday evening for Earth Hour, joining a global movement to raise awareness about climate change and promote energy conservation. The city's participation in the annual event highlighted the growing commitment to sustainability and environmental
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have announced plans to reposition their forces from the town of Walikale, which they seized earlier this week, in an effort to support broader initiatives aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
UNICEF on Saturday urged the interim Taliban-led administration in Afghanistan to lift the ban on girls' secondary education as the new school year begins without girls for a third consecutive year.
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